Healthcare Summit 2023
About
Introducing the Forbes Middle East Healthcare Summit in Abu Dhabi, themed Health For Everyone: Advancing Healthcare .
This premier event brings together leading experts, visionaries, and influencers in the healthcare industry to share insights and take action, leaving a lasting impact on sustainable healthcare in the Middle East. Through innovative discussions, thought-provoking panels, and interactive sessions, the summit pioneers the future of sustainable healthcare, promoting collaboration, innovation, and healing. With a focus on bridging gaps and saving lives, the platform charts a path to advancing healthcare through collaborative efforts, inspiring solutions, and transformative advancements.
The event highlights the critical role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, shedding light on its potential to enhance patient outcomes and drive cost efficiencies. In addition, recognizing the broad impact of the healthcare industry, the summit addresses sustainability and waste reduction, encouraging leaders and practitioners to optimize efficiency and minimize environmental impact for a healthier planet.
Speakers
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Shaista Asif
Co-Founder & Group Chief Operating Officer
Pure Health
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Dr. Fatima Al Kaabi
Executive Director, Abu Dhabi Bone Marrow Transplant Program
Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center
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H.E. Dr. Mariam Matar
Founder & Chairperson
UAE Genetic Diseases Association
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H.E. Maqsoud Kruse
Chairperson
National Human Rights Institution UAE
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Ayman Mokhtar
Regional President MENA & EURASIA
Viatris
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Dr. Fouziyah Al-Jarallah
Owner and Group Chief Executive Officer
Hayat National Hospitals Group
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Russell Hemmings
Life Coach, Author, and Hypnotherapist
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Mohamed Mostafa
Chief Executive Officer
PDC-CRO.
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David Hadley
Chief Executive Officer
NMC Healthcare
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HH Sayyida Dr. Basma Al Said
Founder
Whispers of Serenity Clinic
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Georg Schroeckenfuchs
Head of Gulf and Saudi Country Group, Innovative Medicines
Novartis
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Farah Hamdan
General Manager MENAT Region
Zimmer Biomet
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Dr. Nawal Al Kaabi
Senior Advisor and Head of Research & Development
Hayat Biotech
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Jean-Paul Scheuer
General Manager Specialty Care, MCO Lead Greater Gulf
Sanofi
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Boyd Chongphaisal
Vice President and General Manager Gulf
GSK
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Ehab Zawaideh
General Manager Middle East
GE Healthcare
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Hugo Hagen
Senior Bayer Representative and Country Division Head—Middle East
Bayer Middle East
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Dr. Naser Ammash
Chief Executive Officer
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
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Dr. Asma Al Halaseh
Chief Exective Officer
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
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Dr. Habiba AlSafar
Professor, Associate Dean of Student Affairs & Director of BTC
Khalifa University
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Dr. Alex Aliper
Co-Founder & President
Insilico
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Dr. Edward J. Cupler
Executive Director, Research & Innovation
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
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Dr. Marwan Ali Mohammed Al Kaabi
Chief Critical Infrastructure Management & Response
PureHealth
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Dr. Raza Siddiqui
Chief Executive Officer
Arabian Healthcare Group
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Dr. Walid Abbas Zaher
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Carexso
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Dr. Ram Kumar Narain
Chief Medical Officer
The Medical Office
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Dr. Wisam Ismail
Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
American Hospital Dubai
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Alia Abdel-Razeq
Chief Operating Officer
CellSave Arabia
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Arindam Haldar
Chief Executive Office
Purelab LLC
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Dmitry Kaminskiy
General Partner
Deep Knowledge Group
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Dr. Yasir Khan
Clinical Director, MEA
Oracle Health
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Professor Eran Segal
Department of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics
Weizmann Institute of Science
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Sadia Khuram
Group Chief Strategy Officer
PureHealth
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Isaac Applbaum
Chairman
Emkan Capital
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Samer Masri
Co-Founder & CEO
Dardoc
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Yasir Khalid
Chief Executive Officer
StrikeReady Inc
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Rizwan Tufail
Chief Data Officer
Pure Health
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Adnan Anjum
Chief Digital Officer
Pure Health
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Christoph Glaser
Executive Coach, Consultant And Trainer, Chief Executive Officer
Tlex Institute
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Noor Stars
Iraqi-American Entrepreneur
Storyteller
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Zeina Makki
Lebanese Filmmaker and Actress
Storyteller
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Ameni Esseibi
Body Positivity and Mental Health Advocate
Storyteller
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Rania Hammad
Egyptian-British Fashion Enthusiast and Advocate for Disabilities
Storyteller
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Obeida Danhach
CEO, Mediaquest
Moderator
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Dr. Mohammed Naji
Orthodontist, Executive Director
Liberty Medical Group
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Miriam Abadi
Skin Care Expert, Founder, TRU & Beyond
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Dareen Barbar
Guinness World Record Holder, Athlete, and Fitness/Life Coach
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Dr. Cherine Bazzane
Family and Anti-Aging Medicine Specialist
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Dr. Samar khalil
Dermatologist
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Mirna Sabbagh
Dietitian, Digital Course Creator, and Podcaster
Moderator
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Chiara Seidenader
Longevity & Wellness Specialist
Moderator
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Vaishali Thaker
Wellness Consultant
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Shradha Thakre
Yoga Instructor
Art of Living
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Narasimman Varadhan
Meditation Instructor
Art of Living
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Claudine Coletti
Managing Editor
Forbes Middle East
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Ramia Farrage
Senior Presenter / Producer
Forbes Middle East
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Sally Mousa
Senior Presenter
Forbes Middle East
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Samar Khouri
Reporter
Forbes Middle East
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Jamila Gandhi
Senior Editor
Forbes Middle East
Content Creators and Media
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Sami Slimani
Lifestyle Influencer
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Loubna El Jawhari
Fitness Blogger
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Sana Al Blushi
Emirati Content Creator
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Mais Mohammed
Master LifeCoach
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Chef Hala Ayash
Top Chef
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Zeyneb El Helw
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Lamiya Silamni
Lifestyle Blogger And Entrepreneur
Moderator
Ahmad Qassem
Journalist - TV Host & Producer
Entertainment Lineup
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Arqam AlAbri
Emirati Soul Singer
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Ali Al Sayed
Stand-Up Comedian
Day 1 |Embracing Wellness Together
7:00 – 7:45 pm
Decoding our Emotions – The Russell Hemmings Way
Meeting Room 2
7:45 – 8:30 pm
Workshop: Sound of Healing
Meeting Room 1
Day 2 | Body and Mind
Regal Ballroom
9:00 – 10:00 am
Nutrition and Wellbeing
Nurture your mind and body in the Wellness Hub and enjoy a wholesome breakfast at the dedicated Nutrition Oasis.
10:00 – 10:15 am
Mindfulness Session
Discover inner peace and vitality through The Art of Living – a carefully crafted breathing and meditation session. Immerse yourself in guided practices that enhance mindfulness and cultivate a calm, focused mind by Narasimman Varadhan, Meditation Instructor, The Art of Living
10:15 – 10:20 am
Musical Performance
Arqam AlAbri, Emirati Soul singer
10:20 – 10:25 am
Welcome Address
By Forbes Middle East
10:25 – 10:35 am
Opening Speech
Shaista Asif, Co-Founder & Group Chief Operating Officer, PureHealth
10:35 – 10:45 am
Connecting Climate Change and Access to Healthcare- Why does it matter?
Ayman Mokhtar, Regional President MENA & EURASIA, Viatris
Unlocking the Power of Stem Cell Research
10:50 – 11:05 am
Fireside Chat: The Promise of Healing and Regeneration
Delve into the exciting innovations in stem cell engineering as experts discuss cutting-edge techniques, 3D bioprinting, advancements in tissue engineering, and the development of functional organs using stem cells.
Dr. Fatima Al Kaabi, Executive Director of Abu Dhabi Bone Marrow Transplant Program, Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center
Moderator: Ramia Farrage, Senior Presenter and Producer, Forbes Middle East
11:10 -11:35 am
Panel: Unleashing the Power of Advanced Diagnostics & Regenerative Marvels
Find out how artificial intelligence, epigenetics, biotechnology, and stem cell therapies could enable enhanced diagnostic accuracy in a new era of early disease detection, personalized treatments, and precision medicine for improved healthcare outcomes.
Alia Abdel-Razeq, Chief Operating Officer, CellSave Arabia
Arindam Haldar, Chief Executive Officer, Pure Lab
H.E. Dr. Mariam Matar, Founder & Chairperson, UAE Genetic Diseases Association
Moderator: Miriam Abadi, Skin Care Expert, Founder, TRU & Beyond
Longevity: Uncovering the Secret to a Longer, Healthier Life
11:40 – 11:50 am
Personalized Medicine Based on Deep Human Phenotyping
Prof. Eran Segal, Department of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics from Weizmann Institute of Science will highlight ‘The Human Phenotype Project’ a pioneering venture involving over 20,000 participants and its ability to uncover groundbreaking molecular markers for diagnosis, prognosis, and therapies while building predictive models for disease trajectory.
11:55 – 12:10 pm
Fireside Chat: The Art and Science of Longevity
Listen in as the expert discusses the intricate connections between the aging processes and its implications for individual health as well as how early detection and awareness are pivotal in the journey toward longevity.
Dr. Wisam Ismail, Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon, American Hospital Dubai
Moderator: Sally Mousa, Senior Presenter, Forbes Middle East
12:15 – 12:45 pm
Panel: Future Ready Healthcare Systems for Longer, Healthier Lives
Join experts as they discuss the future of healthcare systems based on scientific understanding and the advanced technologies that are adapting to evolving populations, promoting health and longevity.
Dr. Alex Aliper, Co-Founder & President, Insilico
Dr. Ram Kumar, Chief Medical Officer, The Medical Office
Sadia Khuram, Group Chief Strategy Officer, PureHealth
Dmitry Kaminskiy, General Partner, Deep Knowledge Group (UK)
Moderator: Ramia Farrage, Senior Presenter and Producer, Forbes Middle East
12:45 – 2:00 pm
Networking luncheon
Enjoy a fusion of gourmet delights and nurture valuable connections in a friendly and relaxed setting.
Bridging the Gaps in Mental Health Care and Support
2:05 – 2:15 pm
Sound of Healing
Engage in Harmonious Frequencies, a unique meditation with sounds of singing bowls that promote inner harmony by Vaishali Thaker, Wellness Consultant
2:20 – 2:50 pm
Special Session: From Panic to Purpose: A Journey Towards Understanding and Recovery
Join life coach, author, and hypnotherapist, Russell Hemmings to gain a deeper understanding of the physiological responses that trigger panic attacks. Learn how knowledge and awareness can help individuals regain control and conquer their fears.
2:55 – 3:15 pm
Panel: Prioritizing Mental Health and Resilience in Today’s Connected World
Access deep-thought insights about how to harness mental well-being and resilience while navigating the challenges of our interconnected lives in a hyper-connected world.
H.H. Dr. Sayyida Basma Al Said, Founder, Whispers of Serenity Clinic
Christoph Glaser, Executive Coach, Consultant and Trainer, CEO, TLEX INSTITUTE
Moderator: Chiara Seidenader, Longevity & Wellness Specialist
Pharmaceutical Development: Accelerating New Drug Discoveries and Next-Gen Biotechnology
3:20 – 3:35 pm
Fireside Chat: Innovations in Drug Discovery
Discover the potential of game-changing technologies as the expert deep dives into revolutionary drug discovery methods and their impact on the treatments of tomorrow.
Mohamed Mostafa, Chief Executive Officer, PDC-CRO
Moderator: Samar Khouri, Reporter, Forbes Middle East
3:40 – 4:00 pm
Panel: Advancements in Precision Medicine
Access strategic insights as the experts discuss how precision medicine is reshaping healthcare by customizing treatments and interventions based on a patient’s unique genetic, molecular, and lifestyle factors.
Dr. Nawal Al Kaabi, Senior Advisor and Head of Research & Development, Hayat Biotech
Dr. Habiba AlSafar, Director Biotechnology Professor of Biomedical Engineering Department, Khalifa University
Moderator: Mirna Sabbagh, Nutrition Expert
4:00 – 4:10 pm
Open Mic: Mind Matters – Strengthening Mental Health Support
Join body positivity and mental health advocate, Amenie Essibe, for a thoughtful discussion on the essential steps and approaches required to fortify mental health care and promote a healthier, more inclusive society.
Day 3 | Research and Technology
Regal Ballroom
9:00 – 10:00 am
Nutrition and Wellbeing
Nurture your mind and body in the Wellness Hub with a yoga session from 9 am to 9:30 am followed by breathing exercises, and enjoy a wholesome breakfast at the dedicated Nutrition Oasis.
10:00 – 10:15 am
Mindfulness Session
Discover inner peace and vitality through The Art of Living – a carefully crafted breathing and meditation session. Immerse yourself in guided practices that enhance mindfulness and cultivate a calm, focused mind by Narasimman Varadhan, Meditation Instructor, The Art of Living
Innovation: Pioneering the Next Era of Healthcare
10:15 – 10:30 am
Fireside Chat: Modernizing Hospitals for Optimal Care
Learn how hospitals are prioritizing patient comfort, experience, and satisfaction, ultimately redefining the way we perceive and interact with healthcare institutions.
Dr. Fouziyah Al-Jarallah, Owner and Group Chief Executive Officer, Hayat National Hospitals
Moderator: Ramia Farrage, Senior Presenter & Producer, Forbes Middle East
10:35 – 10:45 am
Open Mic: A Narrative Journey of Resilience
Rania Hammad, Egyptian-British fashion enthusiast and advocate for disabilities, shares an inspiring journey that showcases determination and celebrates triumph over disability.
10:45 – 11:00 am
Open Mic: Mental Health-Thinking Forward
Unlocking the potential of mental well-being through forward-thinking approaches, while bridging gaps in care and promoting proactive strategies for mental wellness by H.E. Maqsoud Kruse, Chairperson, National Human Rights Institution UAE
11:05 – 11:30 am
Panel: AI-Driven Healthcare – Improved Diagnostics, Predictive Analytics, and Personalized Treatments
Join our panel of experts as they unravel the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on healthcare. Uncover how AI is revolutionizing diagnostics, predicting health outcomes, and delivering personalized patient treatment for healthier lives.
Dr. Edward J. Cupler, Executive Director, Research & Innovation, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC)
Rizwan Tufail, Chief Data Officer, Pure Health
Dr. Yasir Khan, Clinical Director, MEA, Oracle Health
Moderator: Chiara Seidenader, Longevity & Wellness Specialist
11:35 – 11:45 am
Open Mic: Beyond the Spotlight
Iraqi-American entrepreneur, Noor Stars, shares her personal experiences with mental health, providing a unique perspective that offers hope and inspiration.
11:50 – 12:15 pm
Panel: Empowering Patients Through IoT, Robotics and Real-Time Data
Get the expert take on how IoT and robotics are empowering patients. Discover how such devices are providing real-time actionable health data, enabling a proactive approach to well-being and contributing to more effective preventive healthcare.
Farah Hamdan, General Manager MENAT Region, Zimmer Biomet
Samer Masri, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Dardoc
Adnan Anjum, Chief Digital Officer, Pure Health
Moderator: Miriam Abadi, Skin Care Expert, Founder, TRU & Beyond
12:20 – 12:45 pm
Panel: Safeguarding Critical Healthcare Infrastructure in an Evolving Era
Get the expert take on how wearable health devices are empowering patients. Discover how such devices are providing real-time actionable health data, enabling a proactive approach to well-being and contributing to more effective preventive healthcare.
Dr. Marwan Al Kaabi, Chief Critical Infrastructure & Response, PureHealth
Yasir Khalid , Chief Executive Officer, StrikeReady Inc.
Moderator: Jamila Gandhi, Senior Editor, Forbes Middle East
Investment: Balancing the Economics of Healthcare
12:45 – 1:00 pm
Fireside Chat: Finance as a Catalyst for Advancing Healthcare Excellence
Access strategic insights from the expert on how to navigate the delicate balance between risk and reward in healthcare investments through thoughtful risk assessment, strategic planning, and targeted investment choices.
Isaac Applbaum, Chairman, Emkan Capital
Moderator: Sally Mousa, Senior Presenter, Forbes Middle East
1:05 – 1:30 pm
Panel: Investing in Outcomes
Understand the pivotal role of healthcare investments in enabling innovative models that deliver value-based care while managing costs for both patients and providers.
Dr. Asma Ali Al Halaseh, Chief Executive Officer, Ambulatory Healthcare Services
Dr. Walid Abbas Zaher, Chief Executive Officer, Carexso
Dr. Raza Siddiqui, Chief Executive Officer, Arabian Healthcare Group
Moderator: Ramia Farrage, Senior Presenter and Producer, Forbes Middle East
1:30 – 2:30 pm
Networking Luncheon
Enjoy a fusion of gourmet delights and nurture valuable connections in a friendly and relaxed setting.
2:30 – 2:45 pm
Comedic Chronicles: Unleashing Waves of Laughter
Prepare to be entertained as leading standup comedian, Ali Al Sayed, takes to the stage.
Sustainability in Healthcare: Environmental Needs and Sustainable Care
2:50 – 3:15 pm
Panel: Leveraging Digital Solutions for Sustainable Patient Care
Join industry veterans for a discussion on how smart hospital technologies, renewable energy integration, and eco-friendly healthcare practices are shaping a more sustainable future.
Dr. Naser Ammash, Chief Executive Officer, SSMC Mayo
Ehab Zawaideh, General Manager Middle East, GE Healthcare
David Hadley, Chief Executive Officer, NMC Healthcare
Moderator: Mirna Sabbagh, Nutrition Expert
3:20 – 3:40 pm
Panel: Sustainable Approaches to Drug Lifecycle Management
Listen in as experts reveal the entire lifecycle management of medications, from development to disposal. The panel will also highlight sustainable approaches that minimize waste and environmental harm while ensuring ethical pharmaceutical practices.
Boyd Chongphaisal, Vice President and General Manager Gulf, GSK
Hugo Hagen, Senior Bayer Representative and Country Division Head—Middle East, Bayer Middle East
Moderator: Sally Mousa, Senior Presenter, Forbes Middle East
3:45 – 4:05 pm
Panel: Pioneering Life-changing Solutions for Patients
Join us as the experts unravel the impact of global pharmaceutical companies, exploring how their innovative approaches empowered by advanced technologies, real-world evidence (RWE), and public-private partnerships bring pioneering treatments to patients in need.
Jean-Paul Scheuer, General Manager Specialty Care, MCO Lead Greater Gulf, Sanofi
Georg Schroeckenfuchs, Head of Gulf and Saudi Country Group, Innovative Medicines, Novartis
Moderator: Dr. Mohammed Naji, Orthodontist, Executive Director, Liberty Medical Group
4:10 – 4:15 pm
Closing by Forbes Middle East
4:15 – 6:45 pm
Open Networking
7:00 – 8:00 pm
Recognition Ceremony at Regal Ballroom
8:00 pm Onwards
Gala Dinner and Entertainment at the Terrace
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